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Sean McDermott , Buffalo Bills making adjustments on the fly, but more change on the wayd enough has changed about the team’s makeup and outlook that a bullet-point recap is necessary.Josh Allen replaced Nathan Peterman as the starting quarterback after just two quarters, and far ahead of the rookie’s assumed timeline for the promotionVeteran wide receiver Jeremy Kerley was released prior to the Week 2 game, paving the way for undrafted rookie Robert Foster to see more playing timeHead coach Sean McDermott took over defensive play-calling duties from coordinator Leslie Frazier after Buffalo’s defense surrendered 75 points in the first six quarters of the seasonAfter being inactive in Week 1, cornerback Vontae Davis started in Week 2, played for less than two quarters, then pulled himself from the game and promptly retiredMore change may be on the way as the 0-2 Bills try to find ways to play competitive football, let alone try to win. Buffalo feels very much like a team that is winging it at the moment, and that may not be a bad thing for the long-term development of the n the middle of a playoff run that did not seem like it was part of any sort of long-term plan, for instance. But it was such a process-oriented year that, if only to me, McDermott mostly came across as a coach of routine and rigidity.That impression of him is starting to give way (again http://www.authenticsbuffalobills.com/c ... lei-jersey , maybe just for me) to one in which McDermott is actually pretty good at making unplanned adjustments on the fly.His second starting quarterback switch was a much more prudent move than the first one from last season. Allen had some bad plays, not limited to the two in which he threw interceptions, but he also clearly provided more juice for the offense than the man he replaced. If at any point the Bills’ offensive line can find it in themselves to block competently, Allen may even start to elevate the play of his supporting cast. Obviously there’s no way of knowing whether or not he’ll pan out this early on, but at minimum, the Bills clearly have a worthwhile experiment going on under center.And though he downplayed the development as coincidental, the moment McDermott started calling plays against the Chargers on Sunday, Buffalo’s defense improved not only dramatically, but immediately. In the second half of yesterday’s game, the Bills held the Chargers to just three points. Again: they had given up 75 points in the six quarters prior. They were suddenly defending the run better, pressuring Philip Rivers on the regular, and had far fewer coverage breakdowns. It was a dramatic improvement in a very short period of time. That can’t be pure coincidence.All of this is to say, though they may be winging it already as they try to turn their season around, what we saw from McDermott and Allen in yesterday’s loss was enough to remain cautiously optimistic about the long-term. In the short term http://www.billsauthorizedshops.com/aut ... ler-jersey , the team needs to keep with the change theme, because what they’ve been doing for most of the first two games of the season isn’t remotely good enough.Everyone’s wish list will differ slightly than mine, but here are some additional changes that I’d like to see the Bills make, sooner rather than later:Add a veteran quarterback to the roster. Allen needs as many experienced voices in his ear as possible. There’s so much riding on his development. (Yes, I realize that this is an easy request to make, but a difficult one to pull off in the middle of a season.)Use Chris Ivory more. The Bills lack an edge on offense at the moment, and Ivory’s running style is perfectly suited to fixing that particular problem.Employ a faster pace in the passing game. I understand the desire to take advantage of Allen’s arm strength, but the Bills need more rhythm in their passing attack at the moment, and the line isn’t blocking well enough for those slower-developing route combinations to play out.Add depth to the secondary. Even before the Davis situation and injuries to Taron Johnson and Phillip Gaines, the Bills didn’t have enough depth in their secondary. They can do better than having a journeyman safety taking most of the reps as the nickel cornerback.Are you okay with the Bills winging it a little in what appears to be a down year for the organization?2019 NFL Draft: Week three college football prospect preview & live chat A bit of a light week thanks to Hurricane Florence, which has led to the cancellation or postponement of six games on the college football slate. There’s still a decent amount of match-ups to get the blood flowing however, as No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 15 TCU promises to be a dog fight and No. 7 Auburn vs. No. 12 LSU could end up deciding who gets to compete with Alabama for the SEC West crown. See below for the prospects worth tracking this Saturday.As always, let’s talk about the games, leave questions on prospects http://www.billsauthorizedshops.com/aut ... hes-jersey , and enjoy your weekend.Keep your eyes onWR A.J. Brown (Ole Miss)Arguably the best wide receiver in the nation, Brown already has 251 receiving yards through two games and has proven productive in all areas of the field. His ability to get separation, his hands, and his talent as an open-field runner scream “No. 1 wide receiver.” His task this week is to continue that production in the face of No. 1 Alabama. If Brown puts up some big numbers against the Tide, he could cement himself as a top pick in the NFL draft. Other prospects to watchC/G Michael Jordan (Ohio State)Another in what’s quickly becoming a long line of Ohio State centers with strong pro-potential, Jordan has been settling in at center nicely since being moved over from his left guard spot. He’ll need to show that he can generate movement in the run game this week against No. 15 TCU, as the Horned Frogs are ranked 36th against the run and have yet to concede 100 yards rushing to any running back. It won’t be easy competing against their strong defensive line.WR Aaron Fuller (Washington)After losing Dante Pettis to the draft, the Huskies were looking for a wide receiver to step up and fill the void. Although small at 5’11” and 186 pounds, Fuller appears to have filled it—he’s been a spark plug for the Huskies’ offense. His body control and hands are rare for such a speedy receiver. He’ll be tested this week against Utah, which has the second-best passing defense in the nation—as well as talented safety prospect Chase Hansen.CB Michael Jackson, Sr. (Miami)Jackson’s had a bit of a slow start to the season after being anointed one of college football’s top corners in 2017. His ball skills are legendary, backed up by his five interceptions last year. He’ll find himself in the spotlight on Saturday, though, as Toledo likes to throw all over the yard to their deep stable of wide receivers. Jackson should come down with his fair share of pass breakups and http://www.billsauthorizedshops.com/aut ... uez-jersey , quite possibly, his first interception of the 2018 season.DT David Moa (Boise State)An undersized but quick defensive tackle, Moa has been injured to start the season but is reportedly healthy enough to start this week against No. 24 Oklahoma State. How Moa plays this year is important—he’s always had great potential but it hasn’t shown yet on the field or the stat sheet. If he can get off on the right foot against the Cowboys he should start to generate some draft buzz.LT Calvin Anderson (Texas)A graduate transfer from Rice, Anderson had a holding penalty called against him last week but seemed to hold up pretty well in what was only his second game for the Longhorns. The mission this week will be a lot tougher as USC’s Porter Gustin will provide much more of a challenge. If Anderson has a decent enough game and is able to hold his own, perhaps his NFL stock will rise.Game of the Week: No. 12 LSU at No. 7 Auburn3:30 PM EasternCBSAn easy choice this week, each team is littered with NFL prospects, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. Auburn quarterback Jarret Stidham is competing to be the top signal-caller in the country, but the Tigers’ strength is with their defensive line. Defensive tackles Derrick Brown and Dontavius Russell are monsters in the run game and have been surprisingly disruptive when rushing the passer this season. Not to be outdone, LSU has two of the best defensive prospects in the country in linebacker Devin White and cornerback Greedy Williams—both likely to be first round locks next spring.